Ed Wood

Much like some of Depp's other films, Ed Wood was also a box-office flop upon initial release but has since been regarded as a 1990s classic. Depp and director Tim Burton bring the titular character to life by emphasizing the charm of Wood (how else did he get to make that many films?) as well as his naiveté. It’s another ambivalent role of tragedy and joy, which in turn produces another ambivalent response from the audience – do you feel pity for the guy, or are we envious of his passion and optimism? Ed Wood is not only the best Depp/Burton collaboration in producing a gothic-lite flick, but it is also Depp’s single best performance to date.